A fearless black-and-white flycatcher that defends its nest territory aggressively, often chasing away hawks and crows double its size with loud twittering calls.
Field Identification: Dark slate-black head and back, snowy white underparts, and a crisp white band across the tip of the dark tail.
Texas & Hill Country Notes: The scientific name *Tyrannus* translates to "tyrant," referring to their fierce territorial defense against large birds of prey. During fall migration to South America, their diet shifts completely from flying insects to wild fruit and berries.
